Kayden POV:

The room was a whirlwind of chaos as Jayden, Tim, our Beta, and Chris, our Gamma, scoured over every shred of information. Maps were strewn across the table, various locations circled and crossed out. Screens filled with data flickered as we searched for any clue, any hint that might lead us to Kiara.

I felt lost, adrift in a sea of uncertainty and fear. Our bond with Kiara was there, but distant. I could feel her, but I couldn't reach out to her. I couldn't hear her ...